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Wed, 07 Jul 2021 10:08:00 +0200
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 45 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of PCR-confirmed cases has exceeded 391,700.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 21:40:59 +0200
Rodné číslo will be kept for now. The coalition moves to change the former govt’s plan
The state has already spent nearly €12 million on the plan introduced by ex-interior minister Denisa Saková.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 17:53:01 +0200
News digest: Border checks stricter, police promises lanes for the vaccinated
Prepare for heat waves in the coming days. Real estate prices in downtown Bratislava and Košice fall slightly.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 17:40:52 +0200
End of years-long dispute: state lottery does not have to pay a Cypriot shell company
The Constitutional Court dismisses suit of Lemikon Limited against Tipos.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 17:35:34 +0200
People can approach the Bratislava municipal police through a new website and mobile app
They can report illegally-parked cars or other problems occurring in the streets.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 11:48:20 +0200
Meteorologists warn against high temperatures in the upcoming days
Wednesday and Thursday will be especially hot days.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 11:46:37 +0200
Pohoda returns to Trenčín airport, but will differ from previous festivals
The organisers decided to host a series of five one-day festival events instead of one big festival.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 11:34:25 +0200
Police launch intense controls at border crossings, some smaller ones are closed
The ministry reminds people that they can register up to 30 days before arrival.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 11:26:42 +0200
Travel agencies reported cancellations, decrease of interest and losses after change of border rules
The organisation added that domestic tourism has suffered greatly due to the decrease of foreign clients in Slovak accommodation and eating facilities.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0200
Artificial intelligence helps lawyers sort documents and protect sensitive data
Most innovations praised by the largest offices in Slovakia concern document processing. Technologies significantly save time.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0200
Pack some extra layers if you want to visit this icy UNESCO place
Dobšinská cave is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with ice that was formed during the Ice Age.

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 14:05:33 +0200
Benefits, restrictions, lottery: State gets creative about vaccination at the last minute before Delta
Slovak authorities accelerate their vaccination efforts in various ways, but not all coalition partners are onboard.

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 08:00:34 +0200
Luck seekers may find it in the Liptov region, together with a waterfall
Liptov is a holiday paradise, offering all sorts of adventures.

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 00:10:00 +0200
A new acquisition of a development site
Modesta Real Estate successfully assists Garbe Industrial Real Estate in the purchase of a new development site for logistics.

Sun, 04 Jul 2021 17:27:45 +0200
Pope Francis will visit Slovakia
He will arrive in September.

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 09:15:00 +0200
Field road in Slovak Paradise turns into a new cycling road
Road should be ready in six months.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 20:26:44 +0200
Vaccinated people should have PCR test when flying from some countries to Slovakia
Bratislava airport has also opened a mobile testing site.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 14:16:19 +0200
News digest: Split coalition fails to pass stricter restrictions for the unvaccinated
Everyone is required to fill out the online form when returning from abroad, regardless of vaccination status. All shops will be closed on Monday.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 12:19:04 +0200
Czech borders will be free to cross only for the fully vaccinated
New rules apply as of next Friday, July 9.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 11:31:51 +0200
Keeping dogs on chains will be banned. A victory for all dogs in Slovakia, animal rights advocate claims
Chained dogs are the most frequently reported cases of animal torture.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 08:50:14 +0200
A new Bratislava mural celebrates central Europe
Check out reading and travel tips for the weekend.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 07:00:10 +0200
How to find excellent senior leaders
Executive Search consultants have access to a global network.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0200
Young HR professional: Having an idea is not enough. Implementation is important
Building good relationships with others is key, said Michelle Krivda of Swiss Re, the laureate of HRTalent 2020 award.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0200
They thought I was an assistant. Women in law still struggle with prejudice
What is the representation of women in law firms?

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 17:42:55 +0200
News digest: People who persuade others to get vaccinated should be rewarded
EU digital Covid certificates are valid as of today. Less than 16,000 people in Slovakia registered for the Sputnik jab. Experts from Slovakia developed a spectrometer, which will detect Covid-19 on a person’s breath.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 17:22:26 +0200
5G network expands in areas surrounding Bratislava
Orange Slovakia has launched its high-speed 5G network in Petržalka and Banská Bystrica.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 17:15:33 +0200
For the first time ever less than half of municipal waste ended up in the dump
Slovakia improved in recycling, but there are significant regional differences.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 17:07:03 +0200
Croatia changes conditions for arrival, test or vaccination necessary
The conditions apply as of July 1.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 14:37:42 +0200
Meadows and neglected gardens full of weeds you can eat
Slovak graphic designer Dodo Dobrík raises awareness of non-cultivated food plants.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 12:48:20 +0200
Diana's visit: Prague fascinated her as a city. In Bratislava, she was enchanted by the people
On her visit to the Slovak capital 30 years ago, Princess Diana opened a section for the visually handicapped at a local library.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 11:48:23 +0200
Aid scheme for businesses follows new rules
The scheme will follow the epidemiological situation.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 11:45:17 +0200
Slovaks develop an analyser to detect Covid based on breath
Analyser developed by the Masatech company in cooperation with two universities.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 11:42:15 +0200
State wants to motivate people to be vaccinated through a lottery
The financial bonus for those who persuade others to be vaccinated will depend on age.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 11:33:32 +0200
Bratislava’s iconic historical pharmacy will house art for now
After the failure of talks to obtain original furniture, the Salvator pharmacy will become a temporary gallery.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0200
Blue on the inside and out. A rare place in Bratislava
The Blue Church, also known as St Elizabeth’s Church, is one of the few examples of art nouveau architecture in Bratislava.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 21:26:00 +0200
How to travel to and from Slovakia during COVID-19
Check out which border crossings are open, and how bus, train and air transport works.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 18:30:44 +0200
News digest: Summer holiday brings new travelling and testing rules
Vaccination the decisive factor for self-isolation. State will focus on PCR tests. Children start summer holiday.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 17:34:56 +0200
EU digital Covid certificates to be valid soon. Here’s how to request yours
Prepare your phone number, Covid-19-pass number and year of birth.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 17:14:24 +0200
Testing strategy will change. The focus should move to PCR tests
Only mild restrictions will be applied in Slovakia from next Monday.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 11:50:48 +0200
MP stopped two legislation proposals on abortion
SaS MP Jana Bittó Cigániková took advantage of the lack of attention by other deputies.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 11:42:53 +0200
Today is the last day to submit your tax returns
No longer possible to extend the deadline.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 11:37:35 +0200
UPDATED: Travelling rules change. Incomers to Slovakia vaccinated against Covid will have benefits
Cross-border commuters and children aged 12-18 will follow temporary rules until mid-August.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 11:30:41 +0200
Every inhabitant of Slovakia produces a hundred kilos of biowaste a year
One person throws out €100 - €150 worth of expired groceries annually.



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